Luke Littler Wins World Darts Championship

Seventeen-year-old Luke Littler made history by winning the World Darts Championship, defeating Michael van Gerwen 7-3 in a dominant performance that solidifies his status as the sport's youngest champion. This victory comes after Littler's impressive year, where he also claimed 10 titles, including the Premier League and Grand Slam of Darts. The match, held at Alexandra Palace, was witnessed by 3,500 fans and millions more on TV, making it one of the most anticipated events in darts. Following this win, Littler has been projected to earn up to £50 million in his career, bolstered by significant sponsorship deals and prize money. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer lauded his performance as inspirational for the sport. As Littler continues to rise, he is viewed as a potential game-changer in darts, possibly surpassing Phil Taylor's legendary record of 16 world titles.